Today: November 22, 2024
Nigeria and U.S. continue their first Strategic Energy Dialogue today, September 12. The dialogue which started on September 11 is spearheaded by Geoffrey R. Pyatt, Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Bureau of Energy Resources, and welcomes a high-profile Nigerian contingent led by…
USAID and Prosper Africa have joined forces with the National Alliance for Black Business to strengthen trade ties between the United States and Africa by connecting Black entrepreneurs across the Pan-African diaspora. Representing the former parties, USAID Counselor Clinton White signed the…
Africa stands at a crossroads. Despite impressive economic growth in recent decades, the continent continues to grapple with persistent challenges of poverty, inequality, and political instability. This paradox highlights a crucial truth: economic gains alone are not enough to lift millions out…
The 2024 African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum concluded in Washington, D.C., with a renewed focus on strengthening U.S.-Africa economic ties. Under the theme “Beyond 2025: Reimagining AGOA for an Inclusive, Sustainable and Prosperous Tomorrow,” the forum spanned July 24 to…
The "White Dudes for Harris" online rally successfully raised $4 million in four hours, highlighting the campaign's strategy to mobilize diverse voter demographics and secure broad support for Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential bid.…
Born in August 1984 as James Donald Bowman, James David Vance, Senator representing Ohio, has been selected as Donald Trump’s running mate for the 2024 presidential election, marking a rapid ascent in his political career and thrusting him onto the national stage.…
Former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party should be held accountable to their own standards of rhetoric and actions, rather than those of the Democratic Party, highlighting the stark contrast in how both parties address political violence.…
Award shows are known for drama: we remember Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards in 2022. However, this is not in the category of Taraji P. Henson – at the 2024 BET Awards – calling out Project 2025…
Several factors make Kemi Badenoch a potential future leader of the UK’s Conservative Party. Before we delve into those reasons, let’s first understand why the Tories are in search of a new leader. On July 5, Rishi Sunak announced his resignation as…
President Joe Biden has officially proclaimed June 2024 as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, celebrating the contributions and diverse cultures of millions of Americans with Caribbean heritage. The proclamation was made May 31, 2024. In his proclamation, Biden highlighted the significant role Caribbean…
